Prime 5-Unit Value-Add Investment in Rapidly Gentrifying West SGV area (No Local Rent Control) | Highly Desirable Layout SFR + Fourplex | Major CAPEX have been completed (Roof, Electrical, Sewer, and Plumbing) | First Time on Market in 21 Years. SB721 Balcony Inspection passed.
For the first time in over two decades, 4159 Gilman Rd., a 5-unit value-add investment opportunity in one of El Monte’s most rapidly gentrifying neighborhoods. Situated on a sprawling 12,100+ SF R3 lot, this unique 5-unit property features an ideal layout comprising a large single-family home in the front and a detached fourplex in the rear. This offering provides a 5.47% In-place CAP Rate with a clear upside to take it to 7.54% Proforma CAP Rate.
The property was built in 1946 and consists of 2 buildings, a front single family house, and a fourplex. The property boasts a superb unit mix of all two-bedroom units, including a front house with a bonus den, and offers substantial upside potential through ADU development and laundry income. The property has undergone significant and major recent capital expenditures, including a new roof, upgraded electrical panels, a re-sleeved sewer line, a replaced main water line, and most recently a driveway recoat —significantly limiting future deferred maintenance. Most of these upgrades were completed in 2024. Two of the units in the back have been completely upgraded in 2024 with permits. Each unit has their own private backyard or side yard or deck.
Located in a quiet, predominantly single-family neighborhood surrounded by new townhouse developments, the property is highly attractive to local renters. With no local rent control (subject only to CA AB 1482) and a strategic location providing consistent demand for rental unit, this asset offers the perfect blend of immediate stability and long-term wealth creation.
The property has a total of 10 parking spaces (with extra land to park more). There is no parking soft story retrofit requirement in El Monte. Each unit is separately metered for electricity and gas. There is a laundry room without any machine – new owner can add coin-operated laundry machines to generate additional income.
4159 Gilman Rd benefits from a highly strategic location in one of El Monte’s most rapidly transforming residential neighborhoods. Tenants are drawn to this pocket for its quiet, tree-lined streets, while still enjoying immediate access to major employment hubs, top-tier retail, +excellent transit.
For sale
Listed by: Growth Investment Group Pasade
Price cut: $60K (6/2)
$1,490,000
4159 Gilman Rd, El Monte, CA 91732
10beds
5baths
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Multi Family
Built in 1946
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What's special
Quiet tree-lined streetsLaundry room
- 59 days |
- 169 |
- 7 |
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Listed by:
Handoko Chen DRE #01749321 han.chen@growthinvestmentgroup.com,
Growth Investment Group Pasade
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: AR26062944
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 10
- Bathrooms: 5
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: None
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Wood
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
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Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Assigned, Carport
- Carport spaces: 6
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Lawn, Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 8549002002
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,Ranch
- Property subtype: Multi Family
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Repairs Cosmetic,Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Suburban, Valley
Location
- Region: El Monte
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,061,818
- Annual tax amount: $18,404
- Date on market: 3/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 59 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Total actual rent: 9870
- Tenant pays: Electricity, Gas
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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$3,542/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $1,490,000-3.9% |
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| 5/20/2026 | Pending sale | $1,550,000 |
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| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000 |
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| 4/22/2026 | Contingent | $1,550,000 |
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| 3/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000+99.5% |
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| 10/20/2005 | Sold | $777,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,545 +7.5% | $1,061,818 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,390 +1.6% | $1,040,999 +2% |
| 2023 | $15,150 +3.8% | $1,020,588 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,590 -2.3% | $1,000,577 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,937 +2.9% | $980,959 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,509 | $970,902 +2% |
| 2019 | $14,509 +4.3% | $951,866 +2% |
| 2018 | $13,912 | $933,203 +2% |
| 2017 | $13,912 +3% | $914,906 +2% |
| 2016 | $13,512 +5.6% | $896,968 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $12,800 +3.1% | $883,496 +2% |
| 2014 | $12,416 | $866,190 +15.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $750,000 -8.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $822,601 +5.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $777,000 +115.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $361,043 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $347,024 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $340,665 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $333,986 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $321,019 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: River East
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10La Primaria Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10Twin Lakes Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Mountain View High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
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